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The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms

4.0 star property
Inn with restaurant, near Chester City Walls

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Discover a haven in the heart of Chester at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms, where scenic views meet modern comforts. Enjoy English breakfast, unwind on the terrace with WiFi access or explore nearby attractions like Chester City Walls and Chester Racecourse.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Main amenities (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free self parking
  • Free toiletries
The current price is R1 958
R2 349 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

8,8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room

9,4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

8,8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room with Wet Room

8,0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room with Partial River View

9,6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • River view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Map
21 The Groves, Chester, England, CH1 1SD

What's nearby

  • Grosvenor Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Roman Amphitheatre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Chester Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Chester City Walls - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Chester Racecourse - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 31 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 37 min drive
  • Chester (CEG-Hawarden) - 39 min drive
  • Bache Station - 5 min drive
  • Chester Station - 12 min walk
  • Ellesmere Port Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brewhouse & Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Cellar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hickory's Smokehouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wok&Go - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms

When you stay at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Chester City Walls and Chester Racecourse. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Chester Zoo and Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet are within a short drive. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 21 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • On-site parking only available on request
    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • On-site parking is limited
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Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) 7 AM–10 AM on weekdays and 8 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

The Boathouse - This pub specializes in British cuisine.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Boathouse Riverside Rooms Hotel Chester
Boathouse Riverside Rooms Hotel
Boathouse Riverside Rooms Chester
Boathouse Riverside Rooms
Boathouse Riverside Rooms Inn Chester
Boathouse Riverside Rooms Inn
The Boathouse Riverside Rooms
The Boathouse & Riverside
The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms Inn
The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms Chester
The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms Inn Chester

Frequently asked questions

Does The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Are there restaurants at or near The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms?

Yes, The Boathouse offers British cuisine.

What's the area around The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms like?

The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms is in the heart of Chester, a short 15-minute walk from Chester City Walls and 18 minutes' walk from Chester Racecourse. Travelers give top marks for the inn's prime location.

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Reviews

The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms Reviews

9,2

Wonderful

9,4

Cleanliness

9,6

Location

9,4

Staff & service

9,0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, varied, and freshly made with good selection. (50 reviews)
  • Free parking was a convenient bonus for guests, with some rooms even having parking right outside. (25 reviews)
  • The restaurant and bar served delicious meals with great service and a lovely atmosphere. (16 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, room with a veiw of the river Dee, breakfast and lunch great.
Michele, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous location by the river, easy walk to city centre. Great bar and food. Parking. Lovely staff.
Joel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Location down by the river but easy to walk into centre. Car Parking a real plus
Paul, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect
paul, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room nice and clean, breakfasts were varied and delicious, staff were always helpful
Duncan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms lovely as ever and friendly team. Very convenient and parking.
Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

visited previously, glad to say the hotel and service were top notch as before
Alison, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great room, great staff, great breakfast
Lisa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place to stay
Toni, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Location, staff and amenities.
Clare, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff friendly and great location
Debbie, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely room
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room clean and warm and staff very friendly. Great little hotel. Breakfasts were freshly made and of a very high standard.
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location on the river.
Peter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very polite and friendly staff. The room was lovely, nicely decorated, warm and very clean.
Margaret, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely aesthetic, friendly service, lovely bar and food. Room was off a car park but itself was comfortable, quiet and nicely decorated. Thanks for a lovely stay.
Natalie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

5star as always
David, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely king room, free parking, breakfast overlooking the river. Friendly staff. Ideal for overnight. Would stay again.
Morag, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was spotless and the decor is excellent. The bar/restaurant offers an excellent choice of food and drinks. Staff are fabulous very courteous and friendly. This is our 2nd visit and we will be back
Michelle, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice room , clean bathroom and pub across the car park, what more do you need? Excellent
Joanne, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice fresh breakfast,great shower, everything perfect.
DEREK, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely wonderful stay.. I will definitely book again. X
CATHERINE, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The rooms are Beautiful, warm, clean and inviting. The bathrooms are luxurious and a pleasure to shower in. The food in the restaurant is absolutely top class. The I couldnt fault this place and have returned since and will return again and again.
Ms Catherine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

We had a great stay on our trip to Chester. Good base, the breakfast was lovely too.
Gillian, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very picturesque riverside location. Easy to walk up into town
ian, 1-night trip